My Christmas
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Actor: Andrea Bocelli, David Foster, Mary J. Blige, Natalie Cole, Reba McEntireBrand: Universal Studios
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); Italian (Original Language)
Format: Classical, Color, DVD, NTSC, Surround Sound
Picture Format: 1.77:1
Running Time: 90 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2009-12-08
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Philips
Movie Reviews of My Christmas
Movie Review: Superb video & audio transfer--almost Blu-ray Disc quality
Summary: 5 Stars
If you are reading this, you are already a fan of Andrea Bocelli's marvelous voice. I was pleasantly surprised to stumble across this DVD--I purchased the "My Christmas" CD when it first came out in 2009 (and have played it dozens of times during the past year), but since I do not watch television, I did not realize that Bocelli's excellent selection of Christmas-themed music was broadcast on PBS as a concert presentation (similar in content to his CD, but includes more music than the CD), produced by the incomparable David Foster.
The same outstanding level of musicianship, staging, video, and audio that went into the two previous Bocelli/Foster PBS-broadcast concerts (one at Lake Las Vegas ("Under the Desert Sky") and the other in Italy ("Live in Tuscany"), and both released on DVD--the Tuscany concert is also available on Blu-ray Disc) are evident in this wonderful Christmas concert. Again, Bocelli performs duets with some of the greatest names in the music world, including Natalie Cole, Reba McEntire, and even the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Bocelli sings effortlessly in Italian ,English, French, and even German. There is even a surprisingly entertaining "Jingle Bells" segement with the Muppets--very amusing (it successfully avoids being overly cute)! The accompanying orchestra is simply breathtaking, simply a joy to see and hear. There are also several excellent choral groups that further enhance and add variety to the concert. There are numerous set/costume changes to keep things interesting.
But the video and the audio--WOW! I almost did not purchase this concert, because it was only a DVD--I have been spoiled by the excellent video/audio that one comes to expect from high definition transfers. Since there is no current Blu-ray release planned for this concert (as of Dec. 15 2010), I decided to take a risk and buy it. Yes--it is somewhat pricey for a DVD--but it is worth every penny. I have a 55-inch Samsung 3-D ready, LED (240 Hz) high definition television (and played on a higher-end Samsung Blu-ray Disc player) and I am very picky about the video quality of what I view.
I could not believe that I was viewing "only a DVD"--the transfer and the "up-conversion" offered by my Blu-ray player are absolutely flawless! The level of detail was surprising--I could see every whisker on Bocelli's face and the textures of the Christmas trees and the musical instuments were razor sharp. The whites in the snow (in the "White Christmas" scence) and the black levels were perfect. My surround-sound system also got a good workout. If you are balking at purchasing this concert (like I was) because you are uncertain of the video/audio quality--you have nothing to worry about. A future Blu-ray version of this concert will likely sharpen things up a bit--but not by much, since the DVD already looks and sounds so good. You will not be disappointed. I bought this concert two weeks ago and my family and I have already watched it three times. It is already a classic at my house.
Also, there is a 30-minute (or so) "making of" bonus extra that is quite interesting. Included are interviews with all of the performers (including David Foster and the various choral groups), and some of the fun that the performers had with each other and the audience (the concert took place at the beautiful and cavernous Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles) during the production/staging of the concert. The concert was not broadcast live due to the numerous set & costume changes. Highly recommended concert!
Summary of My Christmas
Millions will rejoice this holiday season with the much-anticipated release of Andrea Bocelli s My Christmas. Now for the first time ever on DVD the first-ever Christmas performance from Andrea Bocelli and David Foster. This heart-warming collection of songs recorded live in concert at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles is destined to become a holiday classic for years to come.Similar DVD Movies
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